Research Fellowships in Materials Science, Nanotechnology & Physics – India (2026)

Top Fellowships in Materials Science, Nanotechnology & Physics (India – 2026)

Verified fellowship opportunities available for Indian students and researchers in 2026 in Materials Science, Nanotechnology and Physics.

1. Science Academies Summer Research Fellowship Programme (SRFP 2026)

OrganizersIASc, INSA, NASI
Duration2 Months (Summer)
EligibilityUG/PG/PhD students in Science & Engineering
StipendProvided + Travel Support
Deadline (2026 Cycle)31 January 2026
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2. JNCASR Summer Research Fellowship Programme (SRFP 2026)

Host InstituteJNCASR, Bengaluru
Duration2 Months
Stipend₹10,000 per month + Travel Allowance
EligibilityUG/PG/Integrated Students
Application WindowDec 22, 2025 – Jan 31, 2026
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3. IIT Madras Summer Fellowship Programme 2026

Host InstituteIIT Madras
DurationMay 18 – July 17, 2026
Stipend₹15,000 per month
EligibilityFinal Year UG / PG Students
Focus AreasScience, Engineering, Materials Research
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4. ANRF National Postdoctoral Fellowship (NPDF 2026)

Funding BodyAnusandhan National Research Foundation (ANRF)
Duration2 Years
Stipend₹80,000/month + HRA
Research Grant₹2,00,000 per year + Overheads
Deadline (2026)17 February 2026
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5. Fulbright-Nehru Doctoral & Postdoctoral Fellowships (2027–28 Cycle)

Administered ByUSIEF
TypeDoctoral & Postdoctoral Research (USA)
EligibilityIndian Citizens
FieldsScience, Engineering, Materials, Physics
Cycle2027–28 (Planning Stage)
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6. SERB Fellowships (Ramanujan, JC Bose, POWER, etc.)

Funding BodyScience & Engineering Research Board (SERB)
Target GroupEarly Career & Senior Researchers
FieldsPhysical Sciences, Materials Science, Nanotechnology
NatureResearch Grants & Fellowships
Application ModeOnline via SERB Portal
Apply via SERB Portal
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